Digoxin is one of those medications that has a lot of unique clinical quirks. Here are a few clinical pearls you must remember when using digoxin in CHF. When using digoxin in CHF (more specifically (HFrEF) you must remember to check electrolytes. Alterations in...
I’ve been asked to discuss the relationship between Digoxin levels and potassium…so I will. Digoxin toxicity was discussed earlier this week, and obviously the kidney plays a big role in both digoxin levels and potassium homeostasis. Individuals with low potassium may...
I’ve had a request to cover some Digoxin – Digoxin can be a challenging drug at times. If a patient is elderly, this can really complicate things. Another thing that can complicate Digoxin dosing is renal function – which obviously usually declines with age, leading...
